Wayne King
July 5, 1958 to January 11, 2021
Obituary
It is with broken hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Wayne King at the Miller Centre surrounded by his loving family. Wayne was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, friend and proud hockey teammate to many. Leaving all with a lifetime of wonderful memories.
Wayne is survived by the love and joy of his life, wife Susan (nee Pike); daughters Jennifer (Phil) Barrington and Ashley (Sean) Kennedy; cherished grandchildren Hannah, Hailey, Nate and Claire. Also leaving to mourn his loving and always supportive family, mother Lorraine King, siblings Beverly (Steve) Harris, Wendy King (Bruce Gorman), Darren (Jennifer Earl-King) King and Ed (Brenda) King. Nieces and nephews Kirsten Harris, Chelsea Harris (Julian Kean), Melissa (Andrew) Cooper, Lori (Brent) Payne, Katie Earl-King, Jordan (Amanda) King and Zachary (Mandy) King.
Special thanks to our dear friends who were ever present and supportive over the last 15 months who made possible and shared with us special moments and memories. A heartfelt thank you to Dr. Colleen Kirby, Dr. Natasha Pardy and Charlene Downey for their superb care and just as important their kindness and compassion. Thank you as well to the wonderful staff of HSC ATU, 4 North A and the Palliative Care team at the Miller Centre.
Following COVID-19 restrictions, the family will receive visitors at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Rd., on Wednesday, January 13th from 2:00-4:00 & 7:00-9:00. A funeral service will take place from the Carnell Memorial Chapel on Thursday, January 14 at 1:00PM by invitation only. The funeral will be live streamed for those who are not able to attend. Please contact the family at kennedyashley11@gmail.com if you would like to attend, or would like the link for the service. Interment will follow at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, James Lane.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Daffodil Place or the charity of your choice.
“Free on the Wind and the Waves.”
To Lorraine and family. Carol and I were so saddened to hear of Wayne’s passing Please accept our deepest condolences and know that you’re all in our thoughts and prayers. It has been many years since we spent time together. Your family is remembered fondly.
To Linda and family: It was with great sadness that Max informed us of Dave’s passing. I felt as if I knew Dave for quite some time as Max and Glenn entertained us with hunting stories with Dave and other friends. Christine and I really enjoyed our Luncheon dates with you and other members of the class of 62, and our hearts go out to you in the loss of your loved one . May God bless you and your family and grant you peace and comfort to face the days ahead.
Susan, Jennifer, Ashley, and families,
Sending condolences on the loss of such an important and special person in your lives. Life isn’t fair and these things can never fully be prepared for. Please be kind to yourselves through the next few months, and years, as life settles into a different normal.
Sue, We are so sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. We both worked with Wayne at Dominion over the years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Bruce and Joan Winsor
Susan and Family
Sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing .Wayne and I worked together at Dominion / Loblaw for many years.. He was a great co worker and friend. Alice and I are thinking of you at this difficult time . Robert and Alice Lethbridge
Susan and family,,
We were so saddened to hear of Wayne’s passing. I worked with Wayne for many, many years at Loblaws. Hope it helps to know that others are with you in thought and sympathy during this difficult time.
Our condolences,
Jane Abery & Carl Quinlan
Susan and family, Our sincerest condolences on the passing of Wayne. Cherish your memories. Rest In Peace Wayne????
Sincere and deepest condolences to the king family,
So sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing.
Ian and my deepest condolences to my aunt Lorraine, and my cousins, Darren, Wendy, Bev and my uncle Ed, to Susan, Jennifer and Ashley, I am so sorry for your loss.
I will always remember my cousin, Wayne with the deepest of affection. I looked up to him with admiration as an older cousin. He was always a handsome guy with smiling eyes and the best dimples ever!
I loved you with all my heart even though I didn’t get to see you as much as I would have liked, living here in T.O., especially during Covid and not being able to come home.
I know you suffered greatly as did your family to watch you suffer. I pray you are in a better place because you deserved so much more. You did not deserve to have this happen to you but life isn’t always fair.
Wayne was the best of the very best, a person, parent, grandparent, husband, brother, son, cousin, friend, can be and that is maybe the best we can expect to be while we are here on God’s green earth.
Life can be taken but none of this can ever be taken from him and his life will live on in all who knew him.
I will miss you greatly.
You leave so many beautiful memories with me from our youth on Bell Island to times I would see you when visiting home.
Forever your loving cousin, Diane King and Ian McKenzie
Sorry for the loss of your cousin Glenda and my deepest sympathies are with you all at this sad and difficult time.
My deepest condolences to the king family,I worked with Wayne at Dominion for many years,.He was a great guy to work with.
Susan, Ashley, Jennifer, Lorraine and family, we are so saddend to hear of Wayne’s passing. The loss of a loved one is never easy. We know how much Wayne meant to you all and how greatly he will be missed. When we think of Wayne we remember the time when you all came for dinner at our house in Ontario. Boy did we have quite the crew and what a time we had so many laughs.
Cherish all the good times you had with Wayne and know he will be an angel watching over you all. Smile, laugh and remember the happy times as that is what Wayne would want. If you need either of us feel free to reach out,
Love (Aunt) Goldie, Rosylin and the rest of the Colbourne Family
To Susan and family. Sorry to hear the sad news of Wayne’s passing . Gone too soon. Rest in peace
Hi Jennifer,
Please know that my heart is with you and your family at this difficult time.. So sorry for your loss. Hugs my friend.
My condolences to Lorraine and family. Remembering a time when we were next door neighbours in Portugal Cove, when mom and Lorraine were great friends, when dad was cook on the John Guy skippered by George King., and when Wayne , Beverly and Wendy were close in age to Heather, Gary and myself..
Susan and Family ,
Please accept our sincere condolences.
Thinking of you all at this very difficult time.
Reg and Sueann.
Sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing my prayers and thoughts are with his wife and family at this time.
Sending our deepest and heartfelt condolences to the King family at this difficult time.
I have many fond memories of Wayne and myself in our younger years of our family visiting them when they lived on Bell Island and our camping adventures at Terra Nova Park.
May the memories you made over the years bring you peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Thinking of you all and sending our love,
Terry, Deila & Jaleena Price
To Susan and family, So sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing , such a wonderful soul gone to soon.. will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers today as you celebrate his life. He will live on in your hearts forever, god bless you all during this difficult time..
Sincere condolences to the King family at this time. I knew Wayne, his parents and siblings many years ago when they were living on Bell Island.
Those we hold close to our hearts never truly leave us. They live on in the kindness they have shared and the love they have brought into our lives. We will be praying for you and your family, especially Aunt Lorraine. May God be with you and help ease your pain.
My sincere sympathies to The King Family????.
I knew Wayne’s parents, George and Lorraine.
They were friends of my parents.
George was the skipper on the Bell Island Ferry and My Father, Lewis Pynn worked on the Bell Island side!
I remember Wayne, Bev and Wendy when they
were younger.
It has been a long time since I saw Lorraine, if she was going to be at Carnell’s, would it be okay for me to come see her?
Ashley so sad for you and your family on your Dad’s passing, he is so young.
Someone from Bell Island shared his obituary but it was only when I called Valerie did I know who you were!
Give your Nan my love.
To the King families, my heart is broken for you all. I know how much Wayne will be missed. My sincere condolences to you all. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.❤️
Susan, Jennifer, Ashley and families, so very sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. We haven’t seen each other in many years but your family has always been very special to me. Wayne will never be forgotten. He lives on in all of your memories and heart.
Love to you all,
Debbie Curtis ????????????
Ashley and Adrian
Sending condolences to all the families ..
Remember Wayne being a supervisor when We both worked at dominion in St. John’s and Carbonear
Susan and family
Please accept my sincere condolences on Wayne’s passing! I worked with Canada Packers/ Maple Leaf Foods and Wayne was my customer for years as meat manager in the early years to meat buyer and supervisor later. I have wonderful memories of our many meetings over the years. RIP Wayne
I worked with Wayne years ago. A fine fellow. My heart felt sympathy. Will keep the family in my prayers. Psalms 91.
Deepest condolences to Susan, Lorraine, Bev and families. We are all thinking of you at this difficult time.
Clyde, Liz, Jennifer, Gordon, and Gary
Susa,n, so sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing,. Thinking of you and your family at this time. RIP Wayne
I’m very sorry to learn of Wayne’s passing, Susan. Thinking of you and your family at this sad and difficult time,
Lorraine and family ,so very sorry to read of Wayne’s passing. I remember you all from your days on Bell Island when our families visited. Thinking of you at this very sad time.
Susan and family. My deepest condolences to you all. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Thinking of you all and sending our sincere condolences.
Glenn, Kim, and Aaron Harris.
Our sincerest condolences to you all – Susan, Jennifer, Ashley and your families. To us, Wayne always seemed to be a man contented with his life, where he was and who he was with. He had a calm and easy going nature that was displayed in his warm and engaging smile. Even a brief talk with Wayne left you a little more positive and contented with taking on your own daily trials. It’s not hard to reason why Wayne was surrounded by a wonderful and loving family. We wish you all the best during this difficult time.
Lynn and Dan
Susan,
Sorry to hear of you and your families lose.
Wayne was a good person and will be remembered for kindness,, anyone who had the opportunity to have met and had him as a friend was honoured
The Loblaw East team was saddened to hear of your loss.. We have many good memories and a few great stories thanks to Wayne. His commitment to his work was only exceeded by his deep commitment to his family. Please know that we are thinking of you, and wish we could be with you at this time to share stories of our time with Wayne. Sending you our deepest condolences.
Susan, Jeff and I are thinking of you and your family. I got a chance to know Wayne a bit in our Loblaws days and always remember a good sense of humour and kindness that I saw in you too. No wonder you had so much fun together! Sending hugs your way from your MBC team.
Sincere condolences to Susan and family. We are sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. You and your family are in our prayers. God bless you all
Susan, Jennifer, Ashley & Family,
Thinking of you today and always!
Wayne will be remembered fondly, years of camping and adventuring together, going to watch Waynes and Dads Hockey Games, silly fits, cheesy camping tunes and so much more! Sending you all lots of love and hugs.
Condolences Sue and family,
It has been awhile since playing hockey with Wayne. Always a good team mate and a bit of fun. He will be remembered fondly.
Susan and family, we were so sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
My deepest condolences… so very sorry for your loss.
Susan and Family. So sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. I worked with Wayne, Dominion/Loblaws for many years both Retail and Distribution. My sincere condolences to you all
Susan, Jennifer, Ashley and family,
So very sorry to hear about Wayne. I am thinking about you all during this difficult time. Sending my deepest condolences.
Mary Brown
I am so saddened to hear of Wayne’s passing. To Bev, Wendy and the whole family our deepest sympathies. Although I hadn’t seen Wayne in many years (we worked together at Dominion and went to high school together), I will always remember his warm smile. He was one of the really good guys.
Dianne (nee Hussey) and Dave Ripley
On behalf of Paladin and our Officers and Management staff we pass on our deepest sympathies to the King Family and our dear co worker Kirsten.
Kind regards Cy
Bev, Wendy and families
So sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. Even though our paths had not crossed in years, he will be remembered as being such a friendly person and always good for a laugh.
Deepest condolences.
Susan, Jennifer, Phillip, Hannah, Hailey and all of Wayne’s family.
Sending our deepest condolences on Wayne’s passing.. He was a true gentleman with a warm smile and twinkling eyes.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Susan, my deepest condolences to you and your family on Wayne’s passing My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Susan, Jennifer and Ashley
Sending my sincere condolences as your mourn the passing of Wayne. I have great memories of you all when you were members of the ‘St. Andrew’s Family’ many years ago.
I hope the love of your family and friends will continue to comfort you during this difficult time. Please know that you are all in my thoughts as you celebrate Wayne’s life.
We were so sorry to hear about Wayne’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are you with at the time.
Susan and family it is with heavy heart that Brenda and I offer our sincere condolences on Wayne’s passing. our thoughts are with you and your family at this most difficult time.
Susan and family, on behalf of the entire office here at Medavie, we offer our sincere condolences. Many of us knew Wayne for many years and he truly was a wonderful person. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Bev, Steve and Families..So sorry to hear this news. Please accept my condolences. Bob D
Lorraine, so very sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing.
Thinking of you all Susan, sending heartfelt condolences and fondly remembering times spent with you and Wayne. Wayne’s love for you all was apparent at every visit. I read many references to his friendly smile, kind demeanour and infectious laugh …. for me too, this will always be how I recall this fine gentleman.
Sincerely,
Christopher, Dawn & Family
Susan, Jennifer, Ashely and all – are hearts are broken by this terrible loss. Wayne was a wonderful person, and we have many fond memories of our time with him. Our thoughts are with you all and we wish we could be there in person. Love you all. Bruce, Ann, Sam, Beth and Phil.
Susan and family sending deepest condolences on the passing of a wonderful man .. remembering the years working with Wayne in all of the various roles he had in Dominion / Loblaws he was a great co worker in the early years and a role model and a mentor to many RIP Wayne
Susan, Mom and I would like to send our deepest condolences to you and your family. We are so sorry for your loss. Wayne and his wonderful smile will be missed. I hope that your strength will help you through this most difficult time.
Susan & Family, Sending sincere condolences during this most difficult time. May precious memories be your strength and comfort in the days ahead. Hugs
Sheila Power
Deepest condolences from Mark, Pam, Stefan and Christoph. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of grief and loss.
Susan, Jennifer, Phillip, Hannah and Hailey,
Our thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.
Sending all of our love,
Mike, Jane, Alexandra, Julia, Nicholas and Emma Garreffa
Dear Susan and all your family we are thinking of you at this sad time. I have many memories of Wayne knowing him almost my entire life. Our thoughts and prayers to you all.
Wendy Summers and Dan Honnor
My condolences to the King family. Played hockey with him for a lot of years. Sorry to hear of his passing
Bev, Steve and family. Very sorry to hear of the loss of your brother Wayne. Connie and I send our sincere condolences.
Susan Ashley and Jennifer. Please accept our heart felt condolences on Wayne’s passing. Thinking of you guys and wishing you strength and comfort during this time.
Jon and judy morgan.
Bev &Family, Sincere sympathy to you all at this most difficult time.Debbie O’Brien
Susan and Family so very sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. Your treasured memories will help with the days ahead and may you be comforted by the love and support of family and friends. I will remember Wayne fondly.
Mrs. King, Bev, Wendy, Darren and families. So sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Heather (Rose) and Tom Greeley
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. .sending you all hugs.
MRS.KING, BEV,WENDY,DARREN,SUSAN AND FAMILYS. SO SORRY TO HEAR OF WAYNE,s passing. We grew up together in Portugal Cove and worked together at Dominion/Loblaws for many years. Our families we good friends.
Susan and family, I was o sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. Please accept my sincere condolences..
Marie Thorne
Jennifer, Phil, Hannah and Hailey,
We are so sorry for the loss of your father and Grandfather.
You and your extended family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Elizabeth, Alex, Duncan, Katie and Hillary Mathieson
Lorraine SO sorry to hear! Thoughts and prayers to you.
Sue, Ashley, Jennifer and family
We’re so sorry to hear about Wayne’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. Wayne was one if the good ones with a heartfelt laugh and warm smile. He’ll be missed by all that knew him.
Much Love,
Jay and Linda & kids
Ashley and family,
Sorry to hear of your loss. Condolences to you and the entire family.
Neil.
Dearest Susan, Jennifer, Ashley & families
Heartbroken for your loss. I will always remember Wayne- his kindness, gentleness and that wonderful smile… and those beautiful dimples and twinkle in his eyes! Treasure the memories and hold them close in your hearts. He will never be forgotten.
Much love,
Catheryn
Jennifer and family,
So sorry for the loss of your dad and the girls grandfather. Just wanted you to know that we are thinking of you and hope you have lots of precious memories to cherish.
Susan, Jennifer, Ashley and Family. Susan and I are deeply saddened on hearing of Wayne’s passing. You and Wayne quickly adopted us when we landed in St John’s and made our stay on the island memorable. Our girls became instant friends as we did as well. Whether playing hockey or just hanging out, Wayne’s love of life and constant smile was always present. He was a wonderful man and will always be remembered with fondness and a smile. Deepest condolences and you will be in our thoughts and prayers. May Wayne Rest In Peace in God’s loving arms.
Susan our deepest condolences to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Cherish all the wonderful family memories they will give you so much comfort during this difficult time. Sharon and John Corcoran
Susan and Family, our sincere condolences at this very time, keep your memories close. RIP Wayne..
Phyllis & Keith
Susan and Family. Please accept our most sincere condolences..
So sorry for your loss, condolences to you and your family.
Susan and family. Sending deepest condolences to you during this very difficult time. I was so saddened to hear of Wayne’s passing. Thoughts and prayers to you all. So very very sorry.
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May you find comfort in your many memories of Wayne.
Paul and Maureen Gorman
to Susan & family
I remember when I initially met Wayne & Susan–dedicated to his family & their wellbeing . Always a smile on his face &. dedicated to others . He’ll be missed, but never forgotten
Kevin Dunphy
Susan, Jennifer, Ashley & family members;
My heart breaks for you all. Wayne has left a void in your lives for sure but in time that void will be filled with all the beautiful family memories you have of such an amazing husband, father & an especially proud grandfather. Sending you love and strength in the coming days. Love always, Margot
It is with great sadness we hear of Wayne’s passing, he was an incredible guy and we are proud to have been friends after meeting him in Moncton and many visits back to NL.
Our condolences go out to Susan and the girls
Susan, Jennifer, Ashley , Mrs. King and family .
My sincere condolences on Wayne’s passing. Please know that I am thinking of you now and will be in the days ahead. May you find strength from your memories of all the happy times together. Wayne was my not only my boss for many years , he was my friend and for that I am truly grateful.
Susan
Our condolences Susan and family. We are thankful for our most recent memory of a wonderful chat and boat ride at George’s Lake. Always such a humble gentleman with an infectious smile and an obvious love for his family and the simple pleasures of life. We will smile when we remember him.
Sue, Paddy and I are so saddened to hear of Wayne’s passing. We have known you guys since we were teenagers. The times we spent together in and out of the hockey rink were very special. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. Wishing we could be with you.
Susan and family, Karl and I are holding you in our hearts. Wayne was a wonderful, gentle, loving person and we know he adored you and made many joyful memories with you . We loved having him in our family. We love you.
Susan, Jennifer, Ashley and family, I am so sorry for the loss of dear Wayne and my heart breaks for all of you. Wayne was such a kind, generous man and his love for all of you was always evident. I am so glad I got to spend some time with him over the last few years and I wish we had more good times to look forward to together. Sending you all my love and strength. I wish I could be there in person to hug all of you.
Love Cortney, Mark and Sofia
Susan and Family,
I’m devastated for your loss. Wayne was a fantastic coworker and good friend. I would have loved to see him with his grand babies..
Kathleen Miles (formally Loblaws Human Resources)
Susan and family. Helena and I are sorry to hear about the passing of Wayne our deepest condolences to you and your family. I have worked with Wayne for years and will keep him close to my heart forever. So sorry for your loss
Jennifer, Phil and Family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy with the passing of your father Wayne! May all your beautiful memories of your times together be a comfort at this difficult time! Thinking of you all!!
Love, John and Sam ????????????
Wishing we could be with you today. We are sending all our love and thinking back on all the great memories we shared together over the years.
Much love always,
Meagan, Alex, Charlotte and Emily Dolter
Sincere condolences.
Sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing and we would like to send our condolences to Susan and the whole family . We have known Wayne for many years as Gary worked with him for much of those years. A few good times and stories to reminisce during those very hard working years with Dominion/Loblaws. We will only remember the Good Times as there were many of those ! The recent memories we have are of the Fun and Excitement on that adventurous Boat Trip a few years ago in Florida!